Pune Civic Polls: Surprises, Close Races Mark Results
Pune's civic elections saw tight finishes and unexpected outcomes, with candidates winning by narrow margins and political veterans facing defeat.
Category : Politics
Noida Police Bust Fake Call Centre, Arrest 5 in Scam
Noida police raided a fake call centre in Sector 6, arresting five individuals for cheating around 500 people through fraudulent insurance and real estate investment schemes. Police seized devices and froze accounts containing Rs 80 lakh.
Haryana Rights Commission Disposes 5,610 Cases in 13 Months
Haryana Human Rights Commission achieved remarkable efficiency, disposing 5,610 complaints between Nov 2024 and Dec 2025, reducing pendency from 6,623 to just 1,013 cases through proactive measures.
Migrant's Death Sparks 6-Hour NH-12 Blockade in Beldanga
A 34-year-old migrant's death in Jharkhand triggered a massive protest in Beldanga, blocking NH-12 for hours and halting trains. The mob demanded justice and jobs for the family.
Mamata Accuses BJP of Violence, Migrant Labourer Attacks
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee accused BJP of inciting riots and torturing migrant labourers. She urged minorities to stay patient and maintain peace.
GenZ Leaders Take Charge in Pune & Pimpri Chinchwad
Young corporators aged 22-25 from BJP and NCP bring fresh tech-driven governance ideas to Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad municipal corporations.
TMC Refused BJP MLAs Wanting to Switch Sides: Banerjee
Trinamool Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee claims two BJP MLAs from West Midnapore approached TMC to switch sides, but the party refused them citing political principles and local sentiment.
First Land Registry for Banke Bihari Temple Corridor Done
The first land registry for the Shri Banke Bihari Temple Corridor in Vrindavan has been completed. This marks a key step in the project to improve access and boost development in the Braj region.
UP Launches Sardar Patel Zones for Jobs & Industry
Uttar Pradesh government rolls out Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel employment and industrial zones. Each district will get integrated hubs for training, placement and MSME growth.
UP DGP Inaugurates Mission Shakti Workshop for Women's Safety
UP DGP Rajeev Krishna virtually inaugurated a Mission Shakti skill workshop in Bareilly range, highlighting crime reduction and new initiatives like scooters for police stations.
Political Dynasties Dominate Maharashtra Civic Polls
Relatives of politicians secure key victories in municipal elections across Maharashtra, indicating voter acceptance of political families despite some high-profile defeats.
Mamata Slams ECI for Rejecting Bengal Certificates
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee alleges Election Commission refuses state-issued documents for SIR, calling it 'dangerous' and biased. She vows to fight for voters.
Pune Police Nab Gang That Kidnapped Doctor for Ransom
Pune Rural police detained five men who abducted a 58-year-old doctor, his assistant, and driver near Uruli Kanchan, extorting Rs 19 lakh after threats with sharp weapons and physical assault.
Pune Civic Polls: Party Switchers Face Mixed Results
Analysis of Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad civic elections shows mixed results for candidates who switched parties, with some winning and others defeated. Newcomers also made significant impacts.
Putin Flexes Tech Muscle As Trump Eyes Greenland
Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasizes military tech advancements and industrial growth to counter US influence, as Donald Trump discusses Greenland invasion scenarios.
Noida, Ghaziabad Get 1.2 Lakh New Voter Applications
Gautam Budh Nagar and Ghaziabad districts have received more than 1.2 lakh new voter applications during the special intensive revision of electoral rolls. Officials expect numbers to rise as verification continues ahead of the final roll publication on M
Ghaziabad Hit-and-Run Kills 30-Year-Old Man
Amit Kumar died after an unidentified vehicle struck his motorcycle near Kaushambi. Police registered an FIR and are investigating using CCTV footage.
Lucknow Water Supply Disrupted This Weekend
Water supply will be disrupted in several Lucknow localities from Saturday to Monday due to scheduled cleaning and maintenance of overhead tanks in Manasnagar, Krishnanagar, and Darogakheda.
Lucknow Civic Inspection Exposes Sanitation Lapses
Minister Suresh Khanna and Mayor Sushma Kharakwal found poor sanitation and drainage issues during inspections in Hazratganj and Lalbagh areas. Officials face salary deductions and fines.
Malda Woman Dies by Suicide Over Voter ID Fears
A 36-year-old woman from Malda's Rajbanshi community died by suicide after consuming poison, fearing exclusion from voter rolls under the SIR process due to lack of parental documents.
Gurgaon Murder Solved: Bike Taxi Driver Arrested for Killing Friend
Gurgaon police cracked a three-week-old murder case, arresting a bike taxi driver who strangled and slit his friend's throat over a Rs 15,000 dispute and a failed Rs 1 lakh loan promise.
Ghaziabad Cleaner Found Dead Under Lift, Family Alleges Murder
A 24-year-old cleaner's body was discovered trapped under a goods lift at a Ghaziabad banquet hall. Police suspect an accident, but family members allege foul play and murder.
Trump Buys Netflix, Warner Bros Bonds Worth Millions
US President Donald Trump acquired corporate bonds from Netflix and Warner Bros Discovery valued up to $1 million each shortly after their merger deal, according to a White House financial disclosure.
US Envoy in Kolkata Stresses Eastern India's Trade Importance
US Consul General Kathy Giles-Diaz emphasized eastern and northeastern India's growing significance in global trade during a Kolkata event, discussing US-India cooperation and infrastructure development.
Congress Gains in Maharashtra Civic Polls, Slams BJP
Congress claims mayoral posts in four cities, 350 corporators statewide, and power-sharing roles in 10 civic bodies while alleging BJP used money and bogus voting to manipulate results, especially in Mumbai.
Singur Migrant Labourer Killed in UP, Family Alleges Attack
Saidullah Sheikh, a 38-year-old migrant worker from Singur, was allegedly attacked and killed in Uttar Pradesh on January 13. His family demands a thorough investigation into the incident.
Thackerays Retain Marathi Bastion in Mumbai Elections
Uddhav and Raj Thackeray's alliance secured most seats in South and Central Mumbai's Marathi-dominated areas, limiting Mahayuti gains to just a few wins in key battles.
BJP's Urban Sweep in Maharashtra Civic Polls
The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance secures major wins in Maharashtra's urban civic body elections, consolidating power across Nashik, Solapur, and Pune regions.
Karnataka Hate Speech Bill: Will Enforcement Gap Derail It?
Karnataka's proposed hate speech legislation confronts India's enforcement gap. Existing criminal laws target individual perpetrators, but systemic challenges persist.
ISLAM Breaks Congress Hold in Malegaon, Falls Short of Majority
The newly formed ISLAM party won 35 seats in Malegaon's municipal corporation, ending Congress dominance but missing a clear majority. AIMIM surged to second place with 21 seats.
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